Today we have news on the latest NVIDIA graphic card release, the GTX 570, as well as news on Bejeweled 3, graphic card testing software 3DMark 11, a new damage model for Gran Turismo 5 on the PlayStation 3 and Brothers in Arms 2: Global Front for Android hardware.
Hardware News
NVIDIA release the GTX 570
NVIDIA today launched their new GTX 570 graphics card. There are very slight spec differences between NVIDIA's top end GTX 580 and the new GTX 570, but the price will make all the difference to gamers who want to stay on the cutting edge. Once again the card support DirectX 11, 3D Gaming via 3DTV Play and NVIDIA's 3D Vision setup, HDMI and support for SLI.
One of many companies launching the hardware today were KFA2, they provided us details on their KFA2 NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 570 Graphics Card which comes with a 2 year warranty. The details are below:
- CUDA Cores: 480
- Graphics Clock (MHz)*: 732
- Processor Clock (MHz)*: 1464
- Memory Clock (MHz)*: 1900 (effective 3800)
- Memory Amount: 1280MB
- Memory Interface: 320-bit GDDR5
- Memory Bandwidth(GB/sec): 152
- Texture Fill Rate (billion/sec): 41
General News
3DMark 11 Launches
Futuremark have released the latest version of their graphic card testing software, 3DMark 11 today. The application comes in three different flavours, from a free to use basic edition, to the professional edition we use here at Neowin.
3DMark 11 Basic Edition
A free download from https://www.3dmark.com/ that offers an unlimited number of benchmark runs using the performance preset without expiry or registration.
3DMark 11 Advanced Edition
Offers all presets, custom settings, benchmark looping, unlimited online results storage, offline results management and more for $19.95 https://www.3dmark.com/
3DMark 11 Professional Edition
The only edition licensed for commercial use, the Professional Edition unlocks all features including command line automation, the image quality tool, logo-free demo looping and priority support. $995.00 from https://www.3dmark.com/
Bejeweled 3 Released
Great news for Bejeweled lovers, Bejeweled 3 has been released for Windows and the Mac on Steam. The game remains addictive as ever, and is one of those titles that you just keep saying "one more go" to. Bejeweled 3 also runs in resolutions of up to 1920x1200 on the PC.
New and expanded features in Bejeweled 3 will include:
- Classic: Play the most popular puzzle game of the century, with powerful new gems and new ultra-smooth gameplay
- Quest: Journey through 40 magical puzzles in this multifaceted Bejeweled challenge!
- Zen: Personalize your experience with ambient sounds and binaural beats — a revolutionary new way to relax!
- Lightning: Charge up with a heart-pounding, beat-the-clock bout of gem-blasting fun!
- Secret Games: Unlock 4 all-new games including Butterflies and Ice Storm
- Badges: Earn up to 65 badges to prove your skills
- High-definition graphics and high-fidelity audio: Bejeweled is now more dazzling than ever before!
- Ultra-smooth gameplay: Make multiple matches while new gems fall into place
PlayStation News
Gran Turismo 5 Damage patch released
The first damage patch for Gran Turismo 5 has been released. At the moment it only seems to effect online races, which is a good thing considering how many online players seem to try and smash you off the road in some races. The damage impacts both the handling and performance of your car and is reflected both via the HUD and outside views of your vehicle. The patch is 150mb and downloads when you fire up the game.
PlayStation 3 Firmware 3.55 Released
A new firmware update has been released today. Version 3.55 doesn't add any new features, but does increase security, according to Sony. The firmware update is also required before you can update to the latest version of Gran Turismo 5. The update is available as soon as you boot up your PlayStation 3.
Android News
Brothers In Arms 2: Global Front HD Released
Good news for first person shooter fans, Brothers in Arms 2: Global Front HD is out today for Android based phones. We have a number of screenshots of the game in action in our gallery. We have also been provided with a list of Android hardware that is capable of running the game: HTC Desire HD, HTC Desire Z, HTC My Touch 4G, HTC Scorpion, Motorola Droid 2, Motorola Defy, Motorola Droid X, Motorola Milestone, Samsung Galaxy S, Samsung Atlas, Samsung Vibrant, Samsung 4G.
Here are some details on the game:
The highly acclaimed Brothers in Arms series returns for its most compelling battle yet amidst the fires of WWII. Play the solo Story mode or battle with up to 5 friends in multiplayer conflicts across 5 locations in Africa, Europe and the Pacific. Each environment and character is beautifully rendered in realistic 3D, making the action more lifelike as you dive and duck from cover to cover and assault the enemy. Pick up machine guns, bazookas, sniper rifles, flamethrowers and more, or jump inside a tank, vehicle and even a glider as you press your way through enemy lines.
Features:
- Battle across 5 locations: Pacific, Normandy, North Africa, Germany, Sicily.
- Challenge up to 5 friends on five multiplayer maps.
- Pilot 3 vehicles including the tank, off-road vehicle or glider, or gun down enemies from the vehicle or tank turret
- A wide range of realistic weapons: machine guns, bazookas, sniper rifles, flamethrowers and more.
- Compelling cinematic moments with more interaction between you and your squad members
- Stunning graphics and authentic settings inspired by real life battlefields from WWII.
iPhone/iPod touch/iPad News
Mystery of the Crystal Portal 2: Beyond the Horizon released on the iPad
Mystery of the Crystal Portal 2: Beyond the Horizon has been released on the iPad. It is a hidden object game which has many puzzles and minigames for players to complete. Game center achievements have also been added to the game this time around, as has support for iOS 4.0 multitasking. Mystery of the Crystal Portal 2: Beyond the Horizon also makes full use of the iPad screen and runs in HD, so the game looks great and wonderfully detailed. Full details of the game follow:
In the end of the first game in the series, Nicole managed to activate the Crystal Portal in her father’s basement in hope to find him. Much time has passed since Nicole’s father, a well-known archeologist disappeared, but Nicole refuses to believe she will never see him again. In The Mystery of the Crystal Portal 2: Beyond the Horizon, Nicole and her fellow mate Igor set on a new adventure in search of Nicole’s missing father and try to uncover the greatest mystery which only her father knows. Discover a secret so big that it could threaten the very course of human history. Solve puzzles from Nicole’s home in New York City to distant lands on the other side of the world to find her beloved father and save human kind. Find loads of Brain-Bending Fun in The Mystery of the Crystal Portal 2: Beyond the Horizon!
- Unique Hidden Object Gameplay
- Original Storyline
- 2 Game Modes – Casual and Advanced
- 8 Incredible Locations
- 34 Fascinating Levels
- 8 Tricky Minigames
Remember that you can discuss all of these games and more on our Gaming forums here at Neowin.
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